AIRCRAFT REMOVABLE STRUCTURES JUNIOR INSPECTOR DEGREE APPRENTICESHIP

Carry out inspections of Aircraft Removable Structural Components. (Looking for damage, wear, corrosion and non-conformity to part number) Use inspection tools to aid inspections, such as Calipers, Micrometers, Depth gauges, Bore gauges, Optical Micrometers, Video Boroscope and 3D scanning Use hand tools to carry out some initial disassembly to aid inspection. Use hand tools to remove wear / corrosion to help determine if this falls within limits Determine what wear/damage can be repaired i.a.w. published Airbus or Boeing Repair Data. (Component Maintenance Manual, Structural Repair Manual, Aircraft Maintenance Manual, Drawings, Process Specifications, Technical and Material Data sheets) Determine what wear damage is likely to be able to be repaired by contacting Airbus or Boeing for an out-of-scope repair Determine what wear/damage is likely to be beyond repair Determine if the scope and extent of the work falls within the capabilities and approvals of the organisation Create a workpack based on the above information which allows technicians to step through the repair of the item Create the quotation for the repair of the part w.r.t. hours, materials and subcontracted processes Liaise with Boeing and Airbus regarding ongoing repairs Assist in the design of tooling, jigs and fixtures Liaise with external service providers Co-ordinate with various departments to manage repairs throughout each stage Carry out final release to service and sign off Certificate of Release to Service for EASA/FAA/CAA Evaluate if wear damage is likely to be able to be repaired by creation of a repair scheme 

Training:

Day release as part of the degree course during term time. The individual will be required to make their way to and from the college (Colchester Institute) on the relevant day.

Training Outcome:

It is anticipated that the apprentice will become an Inspector for the organisation at the completion of their training.

Employer Description:

ACSAI is one of the UK’s leading Repair & Overhaul organisations specialising in the repair of Aircraft Flying Controls. We carry out in-depth repairs to Flying Controls removed from aircraft worldwide. We operate from 3 facilities in Braintree and repair items such as Flaps, Rudders, Engine Inlets and Thrust Reversers. Starting just 12 years ago we are one of the UK’s fastest growing companies achieving the Queens Award in 2018 and the Kings Award in 2024. We have reputation of providing high quality repair solutions to airlines worldwide. This is entirely due to the experience and dedication of our highly talented staff.

Working Hours :
Working hours are Monday–Thursday 08:00–16:30 and Friday 08:00–15:30, with 3 scheduled breaks. The role includes day release to college, with progression from Level 4 to Level 5 and Level 6, leading to a full degree qualification.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Patience,Physical fitness